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Machine Coordinate systems
I have a question regarding machine coordinate system as it relates to my CMM. I was recently thrown into learning and programming our CMM so what I have is what was here when I was given the task of programming. The attached picture shows how our table
Difficulty selecting 3D CAD geometry for Measurement
I have been a CMM-M user for 13+ years. And I have sometimes had problems getting CMM-M to select the correct 3D CAD geometry when clicking on a feature. The most problematic are Cylinders and Cones..... Sometimes CMM-M has a pop-up that asks what feature
Measure True Position from Plane
Is this possible? Cause in the True Position Command I can only select Points, Circles, Cylinders.. But no Plane.. Don't want to use only a Point..
Circular Pattern From Slot Pattern
Still working through circular slot patterns. The goal is to report the position and then the fit. Typically I create a circle from the hole pattern to use for reporting the true position of the pattern to the part and for reporting the true position
RENISHAW FIXTUREBUILDER
Has anyone on here used the Renishaw Fixture builder software in conjunction with the cmm-manager software and offline programming? I was hoping the models for some of their fixtures would be online but appears you have to purchase the rights to use them.
Attention users - does anyone use Macros?
The QxSoft / CMM-Manager development team would like your input on Macros. We're under the impression that this function is no longer used by our customers. Before we deprecate / remove this functionality, we'd like to give our users a chance to provide
Bi-Lateral Position vs Symmetry
Typically we check slot position using Bi-Lateral Position. We had a high and consistent number of rejected parts on our CMM, even though the parts mount onto their assemblies with more than adequate clearance. Our supplier uses angle and symmetry to
VB Scripting for averaging diameters
I am trying to find a method to average multiple OD measurements along a tall diameter. Rather than using a calculator to type in 8 different diameters, I'd like to try and use VB. Does anyone have any ideas on this? Thank you.
Programming circles
I've noticed that sometimes when editing a program, a strange function appears. For example, I want to add holes in the middle of the program. So I use the “pinned” function to repeat the addition of holes, set the first one, validate and move on to the
Extract Points from Right Click Menu on Element
Hey Guys, I'm using the extract points feature on a regular basis and want to share an improvement idea. Basically I would like to right click an Element (e.g. Plane) and then have an option "Extract Points". Ideally this would apply to both the measured
ADVANCED CAD CLOUD CREATION: CONVERTING TO SINGLE POINTS
When creating any kind of Point Cloud/Cross Section/Profile measurement, is there any way to convert a pointcloud to individual points instead of one giant cluster of points? -C
Issues importing CAD
Hello, I am currently experiencing quite a few issues when it comes to importing our CAD models for a particular part that we are running. The main issue is that when the part is imported, there are a lot of artifacts all over the model, surfaces are
password protected programs
we had a guy work at our company previously that liked lock anyone else out of editing the programs. however the programs are clunky and need modifications. is there any way to save a copy of the program and remove the password? or is my only option to
Best fit clouds to CAD
It's been awhile since I've used any CMM software, but will this setting keep the datum structure, but still allow it to rotate about the origin for best fit? Datum A is 3 points called out on a canted curved surface (and not a cylinder), Datum B is a
Features- Actuals data?
When developing a program (actually probing features) why can't I ever see actuals data? When I look at the features list, even the "actuals" show nominal & no form error. Even when I report the feature, it only shows nominals.
EM1 with 2x40mm stylus
when calibrating a probe, I look for .0003" or better. when using a EM1 with a 2x40mm stylus, should I give it more leeway? Also, i'm using a ph20 head.
cad alignment
good morning i am trying to do a simple cad alignment to a part, after i pick my points with the probe it changes the order of the points ( look at the picture points 1-6 are not in order #6 is in the middle of the point order) this seems to be giving
Where to get CMM Manager training?
Hi, I would like to ask if anybody knows where to get good medium to advanced level, in person, CMM Manager training? (USA or Canada) Thanks in advance for your answers
Sphere Model Location
Is a model of the calibration sphere saved somewhere in the files? I would like to use it in a program. I can make a model if I need to, but was just wondering if it was saved somewhere already.
Is CMM-Manager's VBScript a custom syntax?
Hello, Just wondering- does anyone know if the VBScript in CMM Manager uses custom syntax that differs from standard Visual Basic? And is it simplified to only focus on the possible needs, application and scenarios used for a CMM? Not much of a programmer
Rare earth magnets
Is there a problem in using rare earth magnets to secure parts for measurement that I should be aware of, especially with regard to affecting the force module or the head? We are measuring complex shaped thin walled plastic components and in two cases
stuck CAD
My CAD seems to be stuck.... every time I open a new program, its still there. I have closed out the program, restarted everything. Any ideas?
Alignment of a "long cylinder"
Hi all, As per the nature of my question, you can infer I am just a beginner so, thank you for taking the time to help me as, unfortunately, I couldn't find any related topic here in the community area. How can align a part, locking all the 6 DOF, that
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Aligning to a pattern
What is the ideal way to align to a pattern of holes? What I had been doing for the attached part, was setting my origin to Datum A, then aligning to one the holes for Datum B. After some discussion with Engineering, they said the pattern itself was the
SP25 scanning a section of circle
Similar to a question I had before, that I never really felt I got a resolution on. Scanning questions (qxcmm.com) When trying to scan a section of a circle, I adjust the "range", but the machine still tries to scan the full circle. Is there something
Substitute probe assembly
How do I substitute one probe assembly for another inside a current program. The substitute probe has all the required index/rotations (Ren PH10M/ TP20) but a different length & stylus diameter. Can I simply change the [Get probe assembly] command, or
Updated CMM-Manager website
Our updated website is live! QxSoft | CMM-Manager | Software for any CMM (qxcmm.com) I normally keep a close eye on the CMM-Manager Community but have been occupied in the past weeks. Thank you to our Help Desk and especially to Rod Garrett for being
Creating Offset Probe
Hello. Trying to create an offset probe. first question is star probe my only option? second question when calibrating star probe. does it only use the same side of calibration sphere to calibrate all sides of star probe? third question. do i enter angel
option for plating compensation
Hi all, Is there an option to add in for plating compensation, I looked in the preferences but could not find anything. Or do I have to adjust my numbers accordingly for every individual action. Thanks
Operation Planner
I am trying this out, however I have operations that are disabled within my first Op. It throws the error "Disabled operation(s) selected" and will not run because of it. Any way around that? Barring having to delete out the disabled ops?
Question on Free Position Alignment
I'm trying to learn to use free position alignment on my own. I'm having trouble getting started. When I open the free position alignment window, I'm just seeing an option to choose my plane and to set origin and an option to write an instructional note.
CMM Manager On-site Training - Kentwood MI
Is there anyone in the Grand Rapids area that is proficient with CMM Manager willing to provide on-site training. We are looking for someone that would be available on a regular basis for the next few months to help accelerate the knowledge of a newer
PROBE CREATION
I have attached a file for a part that I'm trying to program. Our CMM does not have an automatic rotating head, so I want to program this, so the technician doesn't have to change tips or angles once they hit go. I'm thinking using the star probe set
STAR PROBE QUESTION
Is there a way when using a star probe with five stylists to pick which of the five stylist you would like to use when programming offline? The software keeps picking the center one and I want one of the horizontal ones to take the measurement. Thank
Create folder and save report.
Is it possible to automatically have CMM Manager prompt for Traveler number then create a folder with that number as the name and then save report in that folder? If it is possible what's the best (easiest) way to do this? Step 6 is the step I am having
FURNITURE QUESTION
So I have a question regarding furniture. We have added a plate to our CMM for fixtures for part placement on the table. When I go to move my imported cad models it's like the system isn't seeing the plate and only the granite. So if you go to drop to
Reporting perpendicularity
Anyone know how to report a planes perpendicularity to two datums? Both datum A and B are perpendicular planes.
Small tips
I had to order a 0.5mm tip for a new part we're going to be running. The tip has a slightly different form than standard, as it has to neck down quite a bit. As far as I know, CMM-M only has the 6P stylus editing, Is there a way to add more detail to
movescan error
I am getting a movescan error on a program that i have run before. why is it telling me that? I dont scan anything so im not sure why it keeps coming up